Chapter 690 Yinyue Sect - I Became the Rich Second-Generation Villain

"Oh, really?" Wang Haoran's interest was piqued. "What's the name of this organization, and what's the name of the vixen you mentioned?" "This is a prominent faction from the Eastern Domain, called the Yin Moon Sect. The vixen is named Hua Jieyu, the only direct disciple of the sect master, Hua Feixuan. She's practically the future sect leader," Xu Qingtong spoke with disdain. "The entire Yin Moon Sect, from their sect master downwards, takes pleasure in seducing men. They've ruined countless families—nothing but a bunch of enchantresses." At this point, Xu Qingtong clenched her teeth in frustration, "My mother took me away from the Sacred Domain because Hua Feixuan, the sect master of the Yin Moon Sect, was seducing my father. My father wanted to marry Hua Feixuan." Wang Haoran was taken aback and, with curiosity piqued, continued to ask, "So, what happened next? Did your father end up marrying Hua Feixuan?" "After my mother left out of anger, Hua Feixuan dumped my father. Only then did he realize his mistake. Hua Feixuan intentionally wrecks other people's families," Xu Qingtong said, filled with resentment. "And did your father ever have that kind of relationship with Hua Feixuan?" Wang Haoran probed further. Xu Qingtong blushed and whispered, "No, my father didn't even hold Hua Feixuan's hand." Wang Haoran was secretly impressed. Hua Feixuan's allure was truly something else, enough to turn Xu Hao's world upside down without any intimacy at all. His interest in the Yin Moon Sect, known for its allure, grew even stronger. Despite seeming like wicked enchantresses, the sect had its boundaries—they were like temptresses without actually crossing the line. Essentially, they were the type to flirt without commitment. That kind of behavior was the hallmark of 'villainous' characters, yet here they were on the side of the protagonists. Had they been truly promiscuous, the protagonist, Su Xuan, wouldn't associate with them. Undoubtedly, Hua Jieyu, Su Xuan's lover, would be one of the heroines, and her master, Hua Feixuan, might be as well. The master-disciple combination was a common trope in harem genres. Thinking along these lines, Wang Haoran asked, "Has Hua Feixuan married anyone? Or since disrupting your family, has she entangled with others?" "When she disrupted my parents’ relationship, Hua Feixuan was merely a senior disciple of the sect. Shortly afterward, she ascended to sect master," Xu Qingtong explained, "Since becoming the sect master, I've not heard of her seducing anyone. Instead, people now speak of her as a cold, ruthless figure, rather than her past flirtations." Wang Haoran nodded, aligning this with familiar narrative tropes, gaining some understanding of the situation. Once Hua Feixuan became the sect master, her status naturally changed, and she no longer bewitched everyone as she did as a disciple. Her cold demeanor perhaps was her true nature. Such a character was challenging to win over, but that's what underscores Su Xuan's prowess as the protagonist. Clearly, Hua Feixuan too seemed to be a likely heroine. The master-apprentice dynamic was intriguing to Wang Haoran who chuckled inwardly before another thought struck him, prompting a question for Xu Qingtong. "Why are you so sure Su Xuan would go to the Yin Moon Sect?" "Aside from their reputation for seduction, the Yin Moon Sect excels in healing. All core disciples and above practice the Yin Moon Devil Technique. The spiritual energy from this practice significantly aids in healing injuries," Xu Qingtong explained. "I see," Wang Haoran nodded, "In that case, there’s no time to lose, let's set off." "Agreed." Xu Qingtong nodded in response. Wang Haoran wrapped an arm around Xu Qingtong's waist, noticing her slight tremble. "Your skills are still lacking; you can't travel by air. If not like this, would you rather walk all the way to the Yin Moon Sect?" Wang Haoran said. "That's true," Xu Qingtong realized his intention, feeling more at ease even as a blush crept onto her cheeks, "Let’s depart then." In a flash, they soared towards the sky. Elsewhere... Gu Hongyi and Su Xuan, after enduring a pursuit, were in a disheveled state as they fled to the vicinity of the Yin Moon Sect's mountain gate. "Those bastards, once I've recovered, I'll wipe them all out!" Su Xuan vowed bitterly. Gu Hongyi's ethereal form dimmed, becoming more transparent, having expended too much spiritual power. "Now that we're at the Yin Moon Sect, those forces shouldn't dare follow. Given your relationship with Hua Jieyu, she’ll likely protect you. She can also heal your injuries," Gu Hongyi said wearily. "Master, you've worked hard," Su Xuan comforted her. "Spiritual power can be restored, even if it means I'd have to sleep for a while," Gu Hongyi replied. "Those people must be acting under the Wang family's young master's orders! I knew he wouldn't let me off easily—pretending to be benevolent while sending people to assassinate me in secret!" Rage brought a flush to Su Xuan's pallid face. "Those people had previous grudges against you. It's quite normal for them to hunt you when you’re weakened. It has nothing to do with him," Gu Hongyi disagreed and countered Su Xuan. "Master, is he really a good person just because he pretended to show you some small favor?" Su Xuan asked, displeased. "It's just a difference in standpoint; it doesn't make him good or bad. I don't think he had ulterior motives in giving me something. At his level, there's nothing he could want from me," Gu Hongyi reasoned. Wang Haoran and Gu Hongyi had a private conversation, known only to them. Su Xuan, naturally, was lost in thought, unable to comprehend the mystery. "He's just at the sixteenth level of the Saint Stage—five minor levels above mine. Give me time, and I'll surely surpass him. He hurt me, and I'll pay him back tenfold!" Su Xuan declared defiantly. "You're shortsighted. His current cultivation is the sixteenth level of the Saint Stage, true, but..." Gu Hongyi halted, realizing that if he had communicated with her in private, it meant he wished to keep his true identity concealed. Disclosing it to Su Xuan might go against his intentions. "What about him?" Su Xuan pushed for an answer. "Nothing. Just don't regard him as your opponent—you two aren't on the same level. Your cultivation will improve, but his will too, and far faster. The longer time passes, the greater the gap will grow between you," Gu Hongyi advised. "So heed your master's words and don't dwell on this. Letting you live without killing you is a mercy—don't be ungrateful." (Chapter End)